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GA SB359
Bill
Status
Passed
8/5/2020
Primary Sponsor
Chuck Hufstetler
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AI Summary
- Healthcare facilities, healthcare providers, entities, and individuals are shielded from civil liability for COVID-19-related claims unless the claimant proves gross negligence, willful and wanton misconduct, reckless infliction of harm, or intentional infliction of harm
- A rebuttable presumption of assumption of risk by the claimant is established when businesses or healthcare facilities post specified warning signs (in at least one-inch Arial font) at points of entry or include warning language on tickets/receipts (in at least ten-point Arial font) regarding the inherent risk of contracting COVID-19
- COVID-19 liability claims covered include transmission/exposure on premises, acts or omissions by healthcare providers in arranging or providing care related to COVID-19 (or where COVID-19 response interfered with care), and manufacturing or distributing personal protective equipment or sanitizer during the public health emergency
- The Act does not modify or supersede criminal law, health regulations, workers' compensation, or emergency management statutes
- The Act applies to causes of action accruing until July 14, 2021, and became effective upon the Governor's approval or August 7, 2020, whichever occurred first
Legislative Description
'Surprise Billing Consumer Protection Act'; certain consumer protections against surprise billing; provide
Last Action
Effective Date
8/5/2020
Full Bill Text
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